7 Best Fixes for ‘This iPhone Is Open in Another Window’ Error on Mac
The Apple ecosystem is one of the best for device syncing. You can sync your Mac, iPhone, or iPad wirelessly by signing in with your Apple account. You can also access your iPhone’s contents by connecting it to your Mac with a cable.
Some users complain that Apple Music shows ‘This iPhone is open in another window’ error after connecting the iPhone using a cable. If you are facing the same issue, read on to learn the best fixes for this error on Mac.
1. Close Finder Window
According to the official Apple Support community, some users have found that closing and relaunching the Finder window resolves this issue. This appears to be the main reason why Apple Music displays an error on your Mac. After closing the Finder window, simply relaunch it. Follow these steps to give this solution a try.
– Press the Option key and right-click on Finder at the bottom-left corner.
Step 2: Click on Relaunch.
After relaunching Finder, you won’t see the error in Apple Music anymore. You can also refer to our post if your iPhone doesn’t show up in Finder.
2. Force Quit and Relaunch Apple Music
If relaunching Finder did not work, you can force quit and relaunch Apple Music on your Mac to give the app a fresh start.
Step 1: Click the Apple logo at the top-left corner and select Force Quit.
Step 2: Select Apple Music from the list of apps and click the Force Quit button.
Step 3: Relaunch Apple Music and check if the problem is solved.
3. Use MFI Certified Cable
If you encounter the ‘This iPhone is open in another window’ error, check the cable you are using. Use the MFI (Made For iPhone) cables that come with your iPhone to avoid connection issues. If you prefer a third-party cable, refer to our posts for recommendations on the best iPhone Lightning and Type-C cables.
4. Check USB Port
Once you have confirmed your iPhone port, check the USB port on your Mac. Try using a different USB port. If you are using a USB Hub, try connecting your iPhone to a different USB port. Additionally, here’s how you can check for any internal damage to the USB port on your Mac.
Step 1: Open Spotlight Search by pressing Command + Spacebar and type “System Settings.” Press Return.
Step 2: Select General from the left menu and click on About on the right side.
Step 3: Scroll down and click System Report.
Step 4: Click USB in the left menu and check the port info on the right side.
Refer to our post to troubleshoot USB Type-C issues on your Mac.
5. Allow New Accessories to Connect With Mac
If the error persists in Apple Music, check if your Mac can connect with new accessories. There is an option that restricts your Mac from connecting with new accessories. Ensure that it has been disabled.
Step 1: Press Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search, type System Settings, and press Return.
Step 2: Click on Privacy and Security from the left menu.
Step 3: Click the drop-down menu next to Allow Accessories to Connect.
Step 4: Ensure that your Mac is allowed to do so.
To fix the problem, follow these steps: Close Settings and open Apple Music to check for a resolution.
6. Use Safe Mode
Apple Music is a system default app, so you can troubleshoot by booting your Mac in Safe Mode. Safe Mode will restrict third-party apps and boot only system apps like Apple Music. You can learn how to boot your Mac in Safe Mode by checking out our post.
7. Update Apple Music
If you’re seeing the ‘This iPhone is open in another window’ error on Apple Music, the solution is to update the macOS. Here’s how:
1. Press Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight Search.
2. Type ‘Check For Software Updates’ and press Return.
Step 2: Download and install any available updates.
Step 3: Open Apple Music after connecting your iPhone to see if the problem is resolved.
Sync iPhone With Apple Music
These solutions will fix the ‘this iPhone is open in another window’ error on your Mac. Refer to our post if your Apple Music playlists aren’t syncing between iPhone and Mac.
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